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This Tech Offers a Tentative Fix for the ‘Pervert Glasses’ Problem
Wearable cameras and smart glasses pose a threat to everyone's privacy. But what if they couldn't see your face?
McDonald’s and Walmart Are Part of the Widening Fray Over Surveillance Pricing
The Federal Trade Commission has urged companies to be transparent about their pricing, but that may not be enough.
Which Privacy and Security Apps Do You Trust The Most?
Do you use a VPN, antivirus or other security software? Let us know which ones are the most trustworthy.
Keurig’s Plastic-Free Pod Coffee System Has Finally Arrived, and We Tried It First
The long-awaited Alta brews coffee and authentic espresso using 100% compostable pods.
Amazon Rolls Out a Cornucopia of New Kindle E-Readers
I go hands-on with the new 6-inch Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft, all of which have been modestly upgraded and come in new color options.
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The iPhone Duo Isn’t for Everyone. It Doesn’t Need to Be
Commentary: Apple's $1,999 foldable isn't meant to be a crowd pleaser. It's an option for people who want something different – and can afford it.
The Results Are In: CNET Readers Trust These Mobile Carriers More Than the Major Networks
MVNOs score higher than AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon in many key categories.
Samsung Debuts Galaxy Tab S12: Here Are My Hands-On First Impressions
Upgraded with the new, more powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip, Samsung's flagship tablet is better prepared for AI processing.
Apple iPhone 2026 Buying Guide: Decide Between the 18 Pro, Pro Max, Duo, Air, 17, 17E
The new iPhone lineup pairs higher-end models with last year’s lower-cost phones. Here’s how they stack up.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Gets Serious About Recovery, Without the Subscription
Review: I usually say skip yearly upgrades, but the Apple Watch Ultra 4's battery-saving features and Readiness score make it the exception.
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I Tested 23 Portable Monitors. My Results Prove You Shouldn’t Shop by Specs Alone
After hundreds of tests, don’t be surprised if you’re not getting what you expected.
Apple Mac Studio With M5 Ultra Review: There’s Simply Nothing Else Like It
This small package emanates power.
I Wore Meta’s New $1,299 VR Glasses: A Tiny Quest, or Vision Pro to Go?
Meta’s not done with VR. Its sleek and expensive glasses-like VR device doesn’t need controllers, plays Quest games and is aiming to be your personal cinema too.
Is Your TV Spying on You? Yes, and Here’s How to Fix It
Your TV is almost certainly “spying” on you with microphones, automatic content recognition and more. That’s pretty bad — and it’s not even the worst part.
The First Googlebooks Are Here, and They’re Everything I Need in a Laptop
And if you’re an Android user, they’re likely everything you need, too.
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Can Air Purifiers Clear Wildfire Smoke From Your Home? What Our Lab Data Reveals
We’ve found that some are much better at doing so than others.
We’re Very Frond of These 15 Tech Gifts for Plant Lovers
If you're running out of gift ideas for the plant parent or devoted gardener in your life, opt for tech that'll make their growing easy and greenery happy. Because no one wants yet another succulent as a gift.
I Brewed Coffee Using Lavazza’s Groundbreaking Plastic-Free Pods. Here’s How It Went
Lavazza's $130 Tablì could upend the pod coffee market with 100% plastic-free capsules. Here's how it works.
Ninja CrushBoss Review: The Perfect Blender If You Hate Chopping Vegetables
The food processor and blender attachments are handy, while other elements feel like overkill.
Best Robot Lawn Mowers: Our Newest Winners Prove You Don’t Need Wires Anymore
I tested the newest wire-free mowers in my complicated backyard — these models did the best.
OpenAI DevDay: You Can Now Use GPT-6.1 Sol and Dots, Plus Big Subscription Changes
This is everything announced at Tuesday's OpenAI DevDay. And you don't have to be a developer to use these new tools.
Stopping AI’s Runaway Dangers Will Take More Than Just Talk About P(doom)
Guest column: AI lies, cheats and knows when it's being tested. We have a shrinking window of opportunity to rein it in.
The FAA Is Testing an AI-Powered Air Traffic Management Tool
No, ChatGPT will not be clearing you for takeoff.
Some of Samsung’s AI Fridges Became Giant, Cool Bricks After Bad Update
Smart fridge, dumb update. The internet of broken things strikes again.
Qualcomm Wants You to Let AI Agents Spend Your Money
Someday, AI agents will buy you anything you want — or what they think you want. Here's how the chipmaker for top Android phones thinks that may work.
EVs Are the Future, No Matter How Far America Falls Behind
EV adoption is spreading at a record pace globally, yet US adoption of electric vehicles has stalled. How did we get here, and what does this mean for Americans?
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Cricket Wireless Adds 5G Home Internet Service
Cricket joins the club of mobile providers bundling home internet with mobile phone service.
Cox Customers Officially Make the Jump to Spectrum
Cox customers won't see anything about their internet plans change — just the name on the bill.
You’re Probably Overpaying for Internet. Here’s How to Spot Hidden Fees
Here’s the real reason your internet bill is so high — and what you can (and can’t) do about it.
People’s Picks ISP Winners: Is Your Internet Service Provider a Flop or Favorite?
There are several connection types, including 5G, cable, satellite and fiber. Which one is really the golden standard? CNET readers have a say.
Trump’s FCC Just Scrapped Its Most Ambitious Broadband Goal
The new Federal Communications Commission report signals a major retreat from the former administration's goal of connecting every American to gigabit-speed broadband.







